laurent_rio wrote:What is the major reason for some countries need to be 55 years old or more ? Any explanation ?

I'm guessing that the government wants to open up tourism but not quite ready to let everyone in. Fingers crossed with the new president it should get better on a cosmic speed!

One reason I have read is that the government does not want to let, for instance, young Uzbeks who have emigrated to USA in, since they might cause trouble.

Main reason I think is that the new president wants to improve the economy, but continue the maximum security police state. From this angle, old people on bus tours are safe. Young backpackers are trouble.

Interesting restriction to over 55's for some countries. The only other time I've seen that was when Saudi Arabia only allowed single females in if they were over 40. In some ways it makes some sense- fast growing niche of travellers who stay some time and spend some money compared to some others.

steven wrote:Main reason I think is that the new president wants to improve the economy, but continue the maximum security police state. From this angle, old people on bus tours are safe. Young backpackers are trouble.